Mindfulness Training for Burnout

Overseen By Amishi Jha, PhD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: University of Miami

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The present study evaluates the efficacy of Mindfulness-Based Attention Training on measures targeting cognitive abilities and emotional well-being in first responders.

Research Team

Amishi Jha

Principal Investigator

University of Miami

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for first responders experiencing burnout. Participants should be actively working in a high-stress role such as police, fire services, or EMS and looking to improve their mental well-being.

Inclusion Criteria

Participants in all phases of the study must be individuals who are affiliated with the Los Angeles County Fire Department

Individuals who are fluent English speakers

Individuals who are willing and able to consent to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria

I have not been hospitalized for mental health issues in the past month and do not have untreated mental health problems.

Treatment Details

Interventions

• Mindfulness-Based Attention Training (MBAT) (Behavioral Intervention)

Trial Overview The study tests Mindfulness-Based Attention Training (MBAT), focusing on enhancing cognitive abilities and emotional health among first responders.

Participant Groups

Group I: Mindfulness Training Group A Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Participants in this group will receive mindfulness training in up to 4 weeks. After the 4-week period, participants will have access to the materials provided.

Group II: Wait-list condition Group B Active Control 1 Intervention

Participants in this group will be on a waiting list to receive the identical intervention as the experimental group after 4 weeks. Total participation in the mindfulness training will be 4 weeks

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Miami

Lead Sponsor

Trials

976

Recruited

423,000+

Unlikely Collaborators Inc.

Collaborator

Trials

1

Recruited

120+